Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to book?
Booking is not compulsory for this event and you are welcome to turn up on the day without a booking. However, we would recommend booking your place in advance which will enable you to receive specific event communications and reminders.
What is the date and time of the event?
The event will take place on the 10th of June. The talks will be held from 11.30am-1pm and the provisional offer-making drop in will be from 1pm-4pm.
Where is the event located?
The event will be located in the Confluence Building. You can view our What's On? page for specific room locations but we will also have staff members located in the building wearing blue event T-shirts to help point you in the right direction. If you are stuck, please ask!
Is the venue accessible for people with disabilities?
Yes, the venue is fully accessible. If you have specific needs, please contact us in advance at pg.recruitment@durham.ac.uk.
Do I need to attend all of the event or can I pick and choose my sessions?
You only need to attend as much or as little of the event as you would like to. Nothing on the schedule is compulsory, i.e. you could attend one (or more) of the talks and the the drop in OR you could just attend the talks OR you could just attend the offer-making drop in. The choice is yours!
What is a provisional offer?
A provisional offer for a postgraduate degree is an offer of admission that is contingent upon submitting a full application and meeting certain conditions.
What happens once the provisional offer is made?
Your provisional offer will be emailed to you and will detail your next steps, your first of which will be to complete and submit a full application via the applicant portal. The Admissions Team will then do the normal application checks, and as long as these are ok, will then issue a formal offer to you via email and via your applicant portal. This offer may have conditions on it, i.e. completing your degree with a 2:1.
Do I need to have started an application before attending?
Will I get an offer on the day?
If you meet the entry criteria for your chosen postgraduate programme and your chosen programme does not require academic intervention, then you will receive a provisional offer by email on the day.
What if I change my mind and decide not to apply?
That's absolutely fine. Continuing your studies at postgraduate level is a big decision and if you change your mind at any stage of the process that is ok. You can simply choose not to begin the application or, if you have already submitted, then you can withdraw your application at a later date.
Who can I contact for more information?
If you need anymore information about this event the please contact us at pg.recruitment@durham.ac.uk.